What is the role played by the hypocotyl in epigeal germination?

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Germination of a seed which takes place above the ground is called epigeal germination. In epigeal germination, the hypocotyl grows forming a loop above the soil. It then straightens pushing the cotyledons above the ground.

Biology

What is the role played by the hypocotyl in epigeal germination?

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Biology

What is the role played by the hypocotyl in epigeal germination?

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